Houzz, a remodeling website, chimes in with predictions for the most buzzworthy home features in the new year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stylish storage, bolder patterns and textures and colors beyond the whites and grays are expected to shake up home design in 2024. Houzz, a home renovation and design platform, weighs in with its predictions for the home trends gaining traction. Here\u2019s Houzz\u2019s list of what to watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Backsplashes are becoming a bigger kitchen statement and stretching to new heights. In making the backsplash more of a focal point, designers are installing a slab of stone or quartz behind the range or countertop while keeping the surrounding backsplash in tile. The slab backsplash usually will match the kitchen countertop and, in a dramatic display, stretch all the way to the ceiling in a vertical focal point of the stone\u2019s graphic veining.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This texturized detail is accenting bathroom vanities, the backs and sides of kitchen islands and living room furniture. The aesthetic creates a \u201crough statement-making detail beneath island countertops, bathroom vanities and dining room tables, adding visual texture and interest,\u201d Houzz says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Say goodbye to cool grays and stark whites. Warm neutrals, such as beiges, creamy off-whites and rich browns, are moving in. Whether in the kitchen or elsewhere in the home, expect more of these softer neutrals to bring a \u201ccalmer, more welcoming environment,\u201d the report says. Designers recommend using different tones, as well as textures and patterns, to create a layered look that adds depth to home design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blue color schemes are a hot trend for 2024. Several paint companies have chosen shades of blue as their 2024 Color of the Year, from Benjamin Moore\u2019s bright \u201cBlue Nova\u201d to Sherwin-Williams\u2019 softer \u201cUpward.\u201d \u201cWhether it\u2019s a sky-inspired hue or deep watery blue color, look for an array of blues to be featured more prominently in decorative materials and housewares in the coming year,\u201d Houzz says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More homeowners are incorporating more traditional details and materials into their home design, the report says. This not only can create \u201ca timeless style\u201d but also \u201ca sustainable choice during renovations,\u201d the Houzz report adds. \u201cEven modern homes are incorporating \u2018old\u2019 elements, such as brick, handmade clay tiles, rustic wood elements and arches that offer \u2018quiet luxury.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Along with a timeless style, more homeowners also are embracing handmade features and details for a one-of-a-kind look. This could include handmade tiles and custom bathroom vanities. For example, in a separate report, the 2023 Houzz U.S. Bathroom Trends Report found that the majority of renovating homeowners are opting for custom or semi-custom vanities, breaking away from a cookie-cutter look in favor of uniqueness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Clever storage solutions are gaining traction as homeowners look to tuck away all those countertop appliances, like the air fryer, coffee makers and blenders. An appliance garage allows easy access while also offering up a sliding cabinet or specialized cabinetry to hide all the gadgets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Herringbone patterns are making a comeback, but with a twist. It\u2019s becoming a go-to pattern for kitchens and bathrooms, but the \u201ctypically horizontally zigs are beginning to zag in new directions\u2014diagonally or vertically\u2014to create an updated look with visual interest, movement and texture,\u201d the Houzz report says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Two areas are getting combined in creating the \u201cmud-laundry room.\u201d The idea is to help tackle the mess at the entry points of a home. \u201cThis increasingly popular setup lets homeowners place grimy sports uniforms, sandy beach towels or muddy winter coats directly into the wash before they track dirt further into a home,\u201d the Houzz report says. Some must-haves for the mud-laundry room: a utility sink to soak dirty clothes or muddy boots right away, as well as plenty of cabinets, hooks and cubbies to organize entryway gear, and a bench for taking on and off shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Greenery is getting tucked between outdoor pavers on walkways to add visual interest. \u201cWhether driven by aesthetic requests or as a byproduct of maintaining onsite drainage, we\u2019re seeing increased interest in greenery tucked between pavers,\u201d the Houzz report says. \u201cGarden paths and patios made of pavers, separated by ground cover, have gained popularity due to their natural look, permeability and design versatility. This approach softens pathways, breaks up large expanses of hardscape and generally makes a walkway or patio feel more like a lush, living part of a garden.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Houzz, a remodeling website, chimes in with predictions for the most buzzworthy home features in the new year. Stylish storage, bolder patterns and textures and colors beyond the whites and grays are expected to shake up home design in 2024. Houzz, a home renovation and design platform, weighs in with its predictions for the home … <\/p>\n